5 great film editors who also served in the military
Film editors provide a special part of the storytelling element of films. They can either make or break a movie. Many times they can rescue it in post-production as well….
These incredible film directors also served in the military
Yes, there are many directors who have impacted modern cinema who also served their country in a time of need and/or as a patriotic duty. These include the following screen…
Steve ‘USS’ Cunningham draws inspiration for comic books from Navy service and boxing
On October 22, 2022, a 19-year-old super welterweight boxer from Pittsburgh made his anticipated professional debut in front of a Kansas City, Kansas crowd. The young fighter’s professional debut was…
5 reasons to remember the garrison veteran, especially on Veterans Day
Combat veterans are proud of their service, as they should be. They’ve experienced the culmination and epitome of military service. Everyone who raises their right hand in an oath of…
There was a time I looked forward to Veterans Day
Coming from a retired Army non-commissioned officer who wore a green beret and a drill sergeant hat, it may seem weird, but I don’t look forward to Veterans Day. However, there was a time…
MIGHTY 25: John Boerstler is the Chief Experience Officer of the VA and always a Marine
John Boerstler was sworn into office as the Chief Experience Officer of Veterans Affairs in 2021. But before taking over this role, he built a legacy of extraordinary service to…
The top 6 reasons civilians back out of military service
Anyone who’s ever served in uniform has probably heard someone say the immortal line: “I would have joined the military, but…”
Lots of civilians make a trip to the recruiter with an eye toward military service, full of patriotic zeal…
You really want to thank me for my service? Here’s how
Since the Global War on Terrorism, aka The Long War began, the phrase, “Thank you for your service” has been routinely heard by service members and veterans. The grateful citizens who…
It’s time you know the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day
A few years ago, there was a viral Facebook post about a woman getting a haircut before Memorial Day weekend…
10 signs your time in uniform left you institutionalized
Whether you served a four-year hitch or you are a Lifer who stayed in uniform until retirement, there’s no arguing that your military service had a lasting impact on who…